David Ryan has more than 25 years of experience in the Mergers & Acquisitions industry. He has initiated and completed a wide range of mergers, acquisitions, sales and financings for an extensive range of clients. David's previous experience as a practicing CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst) and investor has proven to be an ideal background to work with buyers, sellers and their representatives in structuring and completing transactions. David was the 2015 recipient of the Darrell Fouts Award, an award granted by the M&A Source for his visionary leadership and exceptional contributions to the professional association. David's activity in professional organizations include past chair of the M&A Source (the largest association of middle market intermediaries), past co-chair of the Midmarket Expo (where he worked with over 150 private equity groups), and member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. David has been published in Forbes, CNBC and other publications and is currently an active member of the Market Pulse Survey, a quarterly report of market conditions for merger and acquisition transactions. Scott Ford is Founder and CEO of Cornerstone Wealth Management Group, an independent Registered Investment Advisory firm serving entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, and their families. The firm specializes in comprehensive wealth management, business liquidity strategies, and SBA education. It is Scott's mission to help his clients pursue financial freedom and live a balanced and fulfilled life. Scott is a registered principal at LPL Financial and a Registered Financial Consultant (RFC). He is ranked in the top one percent of all LPL Registered financial advisors based on annual production. He was recognized as one of the 20 Rising Stars of Wealth Management by Private Asset Management Magazine in 2008 based upon assets managed of $1 million or more per client. Since 2005, Scott has been an active financial technical analyst and is currently a Chartered Market Technician (CMT) candidate. Scott is the author of three books: Financial JiuJitsu: A Fighter's Guide to Conquering Your Finances, The Widow's Wealth Map: Six Steps to Beginning Again, and the New York Times Bestseller, The Sustainable Edge: Fifteen Minutes a Week to a Richer Entrepreneurial Life.